1kg gold price today in Dubai (AED / USD)
The figure under the bar at the top of this page is the value of 1,000 grams of 999.9 gold at the live international rate, converted at 3.6725 AED per USD.
A dealer’s price adds a premium for the bar itself: refining, casting or minting, certification and supply. On a kilo bar, this premium is small compared with the value of the gold.
Today's 24K gold price AED / USD
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| Purity | Per gram | Per tola (11.66 g) | Per troy ounce (31.10 g) | Per kilo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K 999.9 | —— | —— | —— | —— |
| 24K 995 | —— | —— | —— | —— |
Live spot value of the gold content. Dealers add a premium when you buy.
Specifications of a 1 kg gold bar
| Specification | 1 kg gold bar |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1,000 g = 32.1507 troy oz = 85.74 tola |
| Purity | 999.9 (24K); some refiners also make 995.0 |
| Fine gold content | 999.9 g for a 999.9 bar |
| Format | Usually cast; some brands offer minted kilo bars |
| Certificate | Refiner certificate or assay card, depending on brand |
| Serial number | Stamped on the bar and printed on the certificate |
Brands you will find in Dubai
Kilo bars from refiners accredited by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) or under the UAE Good Delivery standard are accepted by dealers and banks worldwide. Common brands include Emirates Gold, PAMP Suisse, Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus and Metalor. See gold bar brands.
Why investors choose 1 kg bars
- Lowest cost per gram. The premium per gram is lower than on small bars.
- Easy to value. Its value is simply the 1kg gold price.
- Recognised everywhere. Kilo bars are the working unit of jewellers and traders across the Gulf, India and Asia.
- Compact. About 32 ounces of gold fit in the palm of your hand.
The trade-off: you sell a kilo bar as a whole. If you may need to sell part of your gold later, several 100 g bars or TT bars are more flexible.
How buying a 1 kg bar works
- Ask for a written quote with the brand, weight, purity and total price in AED.
- Provide your documents. ID, and for a purchase of this value, information on the source of funds. Companies send their trade licence.
- Agree the price. Once you accept and pay, the price should be fixed.
- Check the bar. Serial number, certificate and invoice must match.
Read how to buy gold in Dubai or check the gold rate today.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 1 kg gold price in UAE today?
The live figure is at the top of this page, in AED and USD. A dealer’s price for a bar adds a small premium for the brand and supply.
How much is 1 kg of gold in US dollars?
Multiply the gold price per troy ounce by 32.1507, the number of troy ounces in a kilo. The USD value under the bar does this for you.
What is the gold price per kilo versus per gram?
It is the same gold at the same rate: the kilo price is 1,000 times the gram price. A 1 kg bar is cheaper per gram than ten 100 g bars because its premium is lower.
How big is a 1 kg gold bar?
Gold is very dense, so a kilo is small: roughly the footprint of a smartphone and around a centimetre thick. Exact dimensions vary by refiner.
What documents do I need to buy a 1 kg gold bar?
Your Emirates ID or passport. For a purchase of this size, dealers also ask about the source of funds, and companies provide their trade licence.
Is a 1 kg gold biscuit the same as a 1 kg bar?
Yes. “Biscuit” is a common name in the UAE for a cast gold bar.
Can I buy several kilos, for example 5 or 15 kg?
Yes, through dealers’ wholesale desks, which handle larger volumes, pricing and compliance. See wholesale gold suppliers.